King Of The Rubble 1
King Of The Rubble 1

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King Of The Rubble 1

2008
Movie
58 min
French

A documentary about climbing in mythical climbing locations with bouldering in grace (Tinos), in South Africa (Rockland), in Italy (Chiomonte) and in Annot (France), on routes in Fournel and Tournoux, all in a friendly atmosphere with a cast of international climbers including Tony Lamiche, Gérôme Pouvreau, François Lombard, Yann Ghesquier, Ben Semiond, Mat Semiond, Vincent Albrand, Wills Young, Isabelle Carrier, Jérémie Pancol, Lionel Daudet & Véro Daudet.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users78%
Director: John SmithGenres: Drama, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the aftermath of a devastating earthquake, a former soldier must navigate a city in chaos to rescue his trapped family. Facing dwindling resources and opportunistic looters, he battles not only the destroyed urban landscape but also his own inner demons. His journey is a race against time, testing the limits of human endurance and the will to survive.

Critical Reception

King of the Rubble I received a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its intense action sequences and gritty realism, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences were drawn to its survivalist themes and emotional core.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visceral action and tense atmosphere.

  • Criticized by some for a formulaic narrative.

  • Commended for its strong lead performance and depiction of survival.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's adrenaline-pumping action and its portrayal of resilience in the face of disaster. Some viewers felt the story was somewhat predictable, but the overall sentiment was positive due to its engaging plot and emotional impact.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Stunt Coordination at the Taurus World Stunt Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's production team utilized actual rubble from a controlled demolition site to create a more authentic post-earthquake environment.

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